President visits Defence Headquarters Complex construction site

[September 06 2017]

President Maithripala Sirisena made a visit to the
Defence Headquarters Complex (DHQC) under construction at Akuregoda in
Battaramulla on Tuesday (05th September). According to Army media, the
President made the visit to the construction site with a view to receive
an update on the progress of the ongoing project.

During his visit the President inspected different
sections of the complex and was given a comprehensive briefing on the
progress of the project by senior Army officers of the Project
Management Unit, DHQC. He also instructed the Army Commander, Lieutenant
General Mahesh Senanayake to seek possibilities of expediting the work
related to the Army Headquarters and also wanted any issues regarding
the construction be resolved through discussions.

Presidential Secretary Mr. Austin Fernando accompanied
the President during his visit.